I'm not calling for denial, but it's about time the Media turned to optimism. To some a large extent the World's economy works around confidence in our future, optimism and hope. An owner of retail spaces is more likely to let a retailer miss rental payments if they believe their business will bounce back, A small business owner can likely hang on longer if they can feel a sharp recovery happening soon and have been allowed to fall behind on rent . People are more likely to book a vacation if they feel their job is secure, people's jobs are secure when people spend money. Confidence in the future means stocks rise, bonuses flow, pensions are safeguarded, money is a flow. I'm not asking for propaganda or insensitivity to the loss of life, but every story is being spun in the most negative way possible & we're going to manufacture an era of hopelessness, destroyed futures for the young, all because negative stories earned a few more cents with terrible banner ads. It's time to see the ample positive data for what it is & get ready for a period of rapid rejuvenation. It is not disrespectful of those who have perished to kindle hope with balanced reporting. It is not supporting reckless and unsafe behaviour to report the positive. …see more

Selina shares her experiences of being an #LGBTQ + person in the workplace and why she’s glad to work for a business that shares her values https://virg.in/Ga6

Great companies are built on simplest of insights. Clarity aligns priorities, enables uncluttered execution.

We have a proud history of breaking world records – great to see Virgin Money London Marathon breaking another one https://virg.in/jR9

From recyclable trainers to face cream made from coffee - here’s 10 vegan brands trying to shake up how things are done: https://virg.in/RQP Virgin StartUp

"Would you like fries to go with that?"​ has become an iconic catchphrase in the business world. #CrossSelling, to be successful, needs to be an intrinsic and essential part of the company’s strategy. We often talk about cultivating innovation as part of a company’s #culture, as its DNA. But we also need to cultivate revenue expansion and customer value expansion. It takes time, but a company that is focused on this, and then integrates it into its DNA is more likely to dominate and differentiate in the long term. …see more

Carolyn Adams exemplifies what it means to be a teacher. Speaking with her for this week's podcast episode was an honor. This insight she shared, I feel, is particularly valuable.

"Step out of the history that is holding you back. Step into the new story you are willing to create.” - Oprah Winfrey

To address our urgent biodiversity crisis, the 30x30 goal to strongly protect at least 30% of the ocean by 2030 must be achieved. The Caribbean is a beacon of hope: https://virg.in/9dH

"Last year, female founders received just 2.2 percent of total global venture capital funding, and only 17 percent of all startups have at least one female founder, despite the fact that gender diversity on executive teams correlates with greater profitability and value creation...Through the Female Founders Competition, we are asking startups with at least one woman founder to apply for the chance to win $2 million in funding from M12 and our VC partners, EQT Partners and SVB Financial Group, as well as getting access to technology resources, mentoring and legal counsel."  https://lnkd.in/dTSz4S7 …see more

Moose gets an outrageous consulting fee for his social media engagement, but I’ve never considered deducting it.

Today marks the start of a new era for the human spaceflight industry as Virgin Galactic begins trading on the NYSE under the ticker ‘SPCE.’ https://virg.in/is4

In life we learn different things from different people. From my friend, retail executive Ann Marie Scichili, I learned about generosity. So, in the spirit of generosity, I wanted to share her with you. This is… A Bit of Optimism. Listen at apple.co/simonsinek or anywhere you get your podcasts. …see more

The road to success is long with many winding turns. What carries through is self-belief. When the journey becomes hard, keep your head up and eventually, you will reach a beautiful destination. #SuccessHabits

In the formative stages of a startup, hiring the right talent is among the most important things a founder will have to do. And it’ll be worth considering tapping into the skills and expertise of senior professionals while they are at it.  I am reminded of the book ‘Outliers’ by Malcolm Gladwell where he notes that 10,000 hours is the magic number for greatness. That you need to have practiced and to have apprenticed for at least 10,000 hours before you get good at a task. In fact, senior professionals and retirees come having incubated their skills and talent for much longer than that. And, therefore, they are worth more for their experience than what their age accredits them with. Whether you engage them full-time or part-time, as a consultant or as a part of the in-house team, it’s certainly a good idea for young founders enroll the expertise of someone who’s navigated the deep waters of a formal organization and can guide them in their journey to building one. Perhaps I am so much in favor of this because I am aging myself! Nevertheless, with average lifespan expected to improve in the years to come - 120 years as per some estimates - we have to start thinking about longer-term productivity measures and workforce inclusion. …see more

An insightful look at how small habits can made big changes: https://lnkd.in/dFwZKts #ReadByRichard

Look what I just received thanks to the amazing team of Philips Healthcare! The Lumify pocket ultrasound that works with a smartphone. Let me put it this way: this is a freakin' portable ultrasound machine!! It can truly make patients the point-of-care. Expect reviews, photos, videos and analyses about how it works in the coming weeks. #themedicalfuturist #digitalhealth #healthcare #future #medicine #radiology #fromchancetochoice …see more

"You have to fight for what you are owed." From struggling at eight runs off 19 balls to smashing five sixes and finishing off the game at 53 runs off 31 balls when no one, not even his own teammates, believed in him, Rahul Tewatia’s performance in last evening’s #Dream11IPL game was inspiring. A wonderful article on the mindset needed to overcome struggles and become a champion. We all have that one moment in our life where we stood our ground despite odds for a chance to win. #Mindset #Inspiration #Success …see more

My company closed its doors this October. My little brother passed away last October. It's been a crappy year [for many of us]. But also a year of deep discovery. When our company closed down I decided to step away from our company podcast as well. It's been awesome to see Izzy make it his own and I'm excited to see where he goes with it. But, over the past few months I've been working on a podcast of my own. I’ve never given my all to anything creatively. My attention has always been split between trying to grow a company, clients, employees, etc. This is the first time where I am pouring everything that I have into a project. My entire life I have been taking in depth notes about the things going on around me. I was a big Kobe Bryant fan. As a kid I would watch his games, his moves, his style; take notes and go to the court and try to implement what I was studying. As an entrepreneur I was the same way. Obsessive. I dive deep into things that most people don’t even pay attention to. It’s just who I am. This show is a way for me to do that. I’m having conversations with people, dissecting those conversations, and turning those into a piece of art. Show just went live on iTunes! https://lnkd.in/gQ2mUWT #justQ 🖖🏽🖤 …see more

Looking back at my school years and how #StudentMagazine became my education: https://virg.in/itE